ISO 13485 Medical Devices Quality Management System – Lead Implementer Training Courses
What is ISO 13485?
As an international standard, ISO 13485 determines the requirements for the medical devices industry. This standard was established to be used by companies during the life cycle of medical devices, from the production to post-production, including decommission and disposal.
However, ISO 13485 can also be operated by other parties such as certification bodies which can assist in the certification processes. ISO 13485 serves as a tool for organizations to develop and retain their processes efficiently. Organizations that are striving for continuous improvement will benefit from this standard by being able to provide safe and competent medical devices and achieve the trust of customers.
Why is Medical Devices Quality Management System important for you?
Being an ISO 13485 certified professional imposes your determination to offer qualitative products and services to your company and/or clients. Attaining the necessary knowledge and skills to operate an ISO 13485 framework demonstrates your commitment to helping your company ensure continuous improvement and better work processes.
It also indicates that you understand the importance of the safety and performance of medical devices and how a medical devices quality management system can assure just that, consequently leading to customer satisfaction. Similarly, it can introduce you to new opportunities, such as working for large companies that offer quality products and services. These companies will value your knowledge and expertise on this standard, while enabling you to maximize your earning potential.
Benefits of ISO 13485 Medical Devices Quality Management System
By becoming an ISO 13485 certified professional, you will be able to:
- Increase the number of job opportunities
- Create new business connections
- Gain competitive advantage
- Increase effectiveness and lower costs
- Offer expertise on improving work processes
- Offer safer and more efficient medical devices
- Increase customer satisfaction
ISO 13485 Lead Implementer
Why should you attend?
ISO 13485 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to support an organization in establishing, implementing, managing and maintaining a Medical Devices Quality Management System (MDQMS) based on ISO 13485. During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of Medical Devices Quality Management Systems and be able to improve an organization`s overall performance by consistently providing safe and qualitative medical devices.
After mastering all the necessary concepts of Medical Devices Quality Management Systems, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 13485 Lead Implementer” credential. By holding a PECB Lead Implementer Certificate, you will be able to demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to implement ISO 13485 in an organization.
Who should attend?
- Managers or consultants involved in Medical Devices Quality Management
- Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of a Medical Devices Quality Management System
- Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with MDQMS requirements
- MDQMS team members
Learning objectives
- Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 13485 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Master the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a MDQMS
- Learn how to interpret the ISO 13485 requirements in the specific context of an organization
- Learn how to support an organization to effectively plan, implement, manage, monitor and maintain a MDQMS
- Acquire the expertise to advise an organization in implementing Medical Devices Quality Management System best practices
Educational approach
- This training is based on both theory and best practices used in the implementation of a MDQMS
- Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies
- Practical exercises are based on a case study which includes role playing and discussions
- Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam
Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of ISO 13485 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles.
Course Agenda
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Day 1: Introduction to ISO 13485 and initiation of a MDQMS
Day 2: Plan the implementation of a MDQMS
Day 3: Implementation of a MDQMS
Day 4: MDQMS monitoring, measurement, continuous improvement and preparation for a certification audit
Day 5: Certification Exam
Examination
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This course The “PECB Certified ISO 13485 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Medical Devices Quality Management System (MDQMS)
Domain 2: Medical Devices Quality Management System (MDQMS)
Domain 3: Planning a MDQMS implementation based on ISO 13485
Domain 4: Implementing a MDQMS based on ISO 13485
Domain 5: Performance evaluation, monitoring and measurement of a MDQMS based on ISO 13485
Domain 6: Continual improvement of a MDQMS based on ISO 13485
Domain 7: Preparing for a MDQMS certification audit
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
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After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 13485 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The requirements for PECB Implementer Certifications are:
Credential Exam Professional experience MDQMMS project experience Other requirements PECB Certified ISO 13485 Provisional Implementer PECB Certified ISO 13483 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics PECB Certified ISO 13485 Implementer PECB Certified ISO 13483 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent Two Years: One year of work experience in Medical Devices Quality Management Project activities: a total of 200 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics PECB Certified ISO 13485 Lead Implementer PECB Certified ISO 13483 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent Five Years: Two years of work experience in Medical Devices Quality Management Project activities: a total of 300 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics PECB Certified ISO 13485 Senior Lead Implementer PECB Certified ISO 13483 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent Ten Years: Seven years of work experience in Medical Devices Quality Management Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics Note: PECB Certified Individuals who do possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams which are related to this scheme. For more detailed information about the Foundation Exams and the overall Master Requirements, please go to the following link: https://pecb.com/en/master-credentials.
To be considered valid, these implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include the following activities:
- Drafting a MDQMS plan
- Initiating a MDQMS implementation
- Implementing a MDQMS
- Monitoring and managing a MDQMS implementation
- Performing continual improvement measures
General Information
- Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
- Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
- In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free.
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